Malekia
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Malekia
Malekia is a feminine form derived from the Arabic root "malik" (ملك), meaning "king" or "royal," with the feminine suffix "-ia" added to create a name meaning "royal" or "of the king." The name has Semitic linguistic roots and is related to the masculine form Malik.
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Etymology
Malekia is a feminine form derived from the Arabic root "malik" (ملك), meaning "king" or "royal," with the feminine suffix "-ia" added to create a name meaning "royal" or "of the king." The name has Semitic linguistic roots and is related to the masculine form Malik.
The name is primarily used in Arabic-speaking cultures and Muslim communities, though it has also been adopted in English-speaking countries, particularly in African American communities during the late 20th century as part of broader naming trends incorporating Arabic and Islamic elements.
Malekia currently ranks #14,329 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1988.
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